Water Distribution Operator, Full-Time

Water Distribution Operators are expected to perform assigned activities without detailed instructions as to specific procedures to be followed.
Essential Functions:

• Keep truck stocked with supplies, materials, and inventory control.
• Participate in the work of a water distribution crew engaged in installing, maintaining, removing, and repairing water service pipelines, valves, and hydrants; cutting, fitting, laying, and repairing water mains; cleaning and flushing water mains; inspecting, testing, and operating valves, fittings, and related water distribution equipment; locating, excavating, and repairing water lines and related facilities.
• Answer emergency calls from the supervisor, public, and other agencies taking appropriate action such as placing barricades, removing fallen trees and limbs, repairing water and sewer mains, replacing street signs and emergency repair of streets or flood control facilities.
• Install barricades and route traffic in a safe manner for repairing road surfaces associated with water facilities excavations.
• Interact with co-workers at all levels in the organization in a collaborative and customer service-oriented manner.
• Report safety or security hazards in all public facilities, including needed maintenance or repair.
• Perform all duties within the context of the City’s Mission Statement and Organizational Values.
• Maintain prompt and regular attendance.
• Identify, locate, and mark City owned underground utilities.
• Provide temporary and vacation relief to co-workers in similar occupational fields as needed.
• Inspect water projects for leaks, decayed pipes, and spills, and ensure City standards are met.

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.

• Possess a Sewer Collection System certificate from the California Water Environment Association (desirable).
• Possess, or have the ability to obtain, a valid Water Distribution Operator Grade 1 certificate from the State Water Resources Control Board Division of Drinking Water (SWRCB-DDW) within one year of the date of appointment. Successful completion of probationary status dependent upon acquisition of certification.
• Ability to obtain a valid California Class A Driver’s License with appropriate endorsements within one year from date of appointment. Successful completion of probationary status dependent upon acquisition of License.

Experience:

• Two years of relevant experience.

Knowledge of:

• Basic safety precautions and procedures.
• Equipment and procedures involved in the installation, maintenance, and repair of water systems, including the operation of excavation, trenching equipment, and confined space.
• Procedures involved to locate buried water facilities, by use of an underground pipe locator, as well as being familiar with Dig Alert procedures.
• Common tools and equipment used in construction and maintenance work.
• Related laws, ordinances, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.

Ability to:

• Use a variety of power and hand tools.
• Make minor adjustments and repairs to equipment and tools which may include but is not limited to; air-compressor, forklift, and various power and hand tools.
• Maintain accurate records.
• Repair irrigation and sprinkler systems.
• Inspect, operate, diagnose problems, and perform preventative maintenance and repair work on electric motors, pump panels, engines, pumps, compressors, valves, and related equipment.
• Respond to emergency and problem situations in an effective manner.
• Operate and properly repair valves, fittings, and hydrants.
• Safely operate vehicles, equipment, and stationary mechanical equipment which may include but is not limited to; service truck, dump truck, vacuum excavator, backhoe, soil compactor, de-watering pump, jack hammer, concrete saw, air-compressor, forklift, and various power and hand tools.
• Understand and carry out verbal and written directions.
• Accurately read gauges and testing equipment.
• Mix and pour concrete by hand or cement mixer.
• Understand and apply policies and procedures.
• Ensure safety equipment is properly worn, maintained, and serviced at all times.
• Perform light carpentry, plumbing, and masonry work.
• Deal tactfully and courteously with internal and external customers.
• Work safely, efficiently, and independently.
• Perform heavy manual labor and physically strenuous tasks on a regular basis.
• Read and interpret basic maps, blueprints, and City Standards.

• Job specific training will be provided according to job specification during work hours.
• Possession of CPR, First Aid, Confined Space, and Forklift certificates or have the ability to obtain within one year from the date of appointment.
• This position is subject to random drug and alcohol testing pursuant to Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA).

• Be aware that at times you may be required to utilize certain respirators and/or work with certain chemicals, and due to safety regulations incumbents may be prohibited from wearing contact lenses and/or glasses and beards or other facial hair which may prevent a proper fit unless alternative Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) can be found to mitigate the safety concerns regarding the wearing of such items.
• Possess a valid California Driver’s License and a satisfactory driving record.
• Must have the ability to report to the workplace or field outside of normal working shift hours for emergency callouts or other scheduled work as needed.
• Receive satisfactory results from a background investigation, a physical examination, which includes a drug screen, and an administrative review.
• Successful completion of probationary status is dependent upon acquisition of required CDL and certifications.

Physical Profile:

• Standing: Ability to stand with little movement for long periods of time (usually a minimum of two or more hours per day)
• Chemical or Biological Agents: Regular contact with potentially harmful chemical or biological agents.
• Work Environment - Outdoors: Ability to work outdoors in all types of weather conditions.
• Distant Vision (Acceptable for Driving): Not less than 20/40 in each eye without correction or must correct to 20/40 in each eye and wear corrective lenses whenever driving.
• Fumes: Potential inhalation or contact with smoke, vapors, dust or gases.
• Reaching: Reaching above the shoulders to place and/or retrieve objects.
• Walking: Ability to walk for prolonged periods of time (usually a minimum of two or more hours per day)
• Work Environment - Moving Objects: Ability to work around moving objects, machinery or vehicles.
• Temperatures: Work in temperatures sufficiently high or low enough to cause marked bodily discomfort.
• Heavy Equipment: Operates various heavy equipment such as tractors, backhoes, graders, trucks, etc.
• Heavy Lifting: Lifting over 50 lbs, with frequent lifting, pushing, and/or carrying of objects weighing over 25 lbs.
• Power Equipment: Operates power tools or other machinery that are potentially hazardous.
• Confined Space Entry: Ability to work in confined spaces using appropriate safety equipment.
• Climbing: Ascending or descending ladders, ramps, scaffolding, poles and the like; using feet and legs, and/or hands and arms.
• Heights: Ability to work on surfaces above 20 feet.
• Agility: Ability to move quickly and easily, often including the ability to crawl, stoop or bend.
• Work Environment - Surfaces: Ability to walk on slippery or uneven surfaces.